Erica Leon Nutrition LLC

03/30/2026

Did you know regular protein intake helps protect lean muscle mass, stabilize blood sugar, and support overall strength and recovery?

Even small portions at meals and snacks can make a meaningful difference when your total intake is lower than usual.

03/27/2026

Carbohydrates are a primary source of energy for the brain and body, and they play an essential role in mood regulation, concentration, and physical performance.

For teens who are still growing, athletes with higher energy demands, and people rebuilding consistent eating patterns in recovery, reducing carbohydrates can increase fatigue, irritability, disrupted eating, and emotional distress.

Nutrition guidance - like our national dietary guidelines - needs to consider who the advice is for… not just the food itself.

03/25/2026

If your eating disorder nutrition therapy claim was denied, it can feel overwhelming.

But most denials are triggered by benefit categories, prior authorization requirements, or coding issues, not by the need for care.

Early, consistent treatment matters. Delaying care increases medical and emotional risk.

This article walks you through getting denial details in writing, understanding medical versus preventive benefits, filing a strong appeal, and exploring network gap exceptions when specialized care isn’t available in-network.

You do not need to wait for insurance to feel perfectly clear before exploring care.

Start with clarity → https://ericaleon.com/2026/02/26/what-to-do-if-insurance-denies-eating-disorder-nutrition-therapy/

03/23/2026

It is hard to have any conversations these days that don’t include some mention of a person’s body weight, body size, or state of health; these conversations are prevalent in our diet-focused world. Having these with our kids and teens is even more sensitive.

We've created a resource to help parents and guardians with these kinds of convos so that you help your children and teens grow up to have a healthy relationship with food and their bodies.

https://ericaleon.com/free-10-tips/

03/20/2026

The “Are You an Emotional Eater?” quiz will show you whether you are truly an emotional eater, and if so, how to begin making peace with food and your body.

https://ericaleon.com/quiz

03/18/2026

The term “Eat real food” sounds simple - but for many people, it isn’t.

Without clear definitions or context, this guidance can quickly turn into food guilt, fear of convenience foods, and pressure to eat “perfectly.”

There are many reasons why vague nutrition advice can be harmful, especially for teens, families, and those with a history of disordered eating - and what a more balanced approach actually looks like.

Learn what they are here → https://ericaleon.com/2026/01/20/dietary-guidelines-2025/

03/16/2026

Muscle loss is one of the biggest hidden risks of GLP-1 medications, especially for women over 40.

Strength training and resistance exercises are powerful tools to maintain mobility, protect metabolism, and reduce fall risk as you age.

03/13/2026

Helpful nutrition guidance should feel grounding and supportive, not overwhelming or fear-driven. When advice increases anxiety, it’s a sign that context, personalization, or mental health considerations are missing.

Nutrition should support both your physical well-being and peace with food.

03/11/2026

If you've been trapped in cycles of dieting or food guilt, it might be time to consider a weight-inclusive approach to your nutrition. At Erica Leon Nutrition & Associates, our team of dietitians supports individuals recovering from eating disorders and chronic dieting through gentle, individualized care.

To learn more about how a weight-inclusive dietitian can help you rebuild trust in food and improve your relationship with your body, check out this recent article:

https://ericaleon.com/2025/03/12/weight-inclusive-dietitian-eating-disorder-recovery/

03/06/2026

We recognize that every athlete’s body has specific needs. Our Sports Nutrition For Athletes of All Levels program helps athletes improve their performance by fueling their bodies with the right nutrition.

Interested in learning more?

Check out our website: https://ericaleon.com/sports-nutrition-for-athletes/

03/04/2026

GLP-1 medications can quiet hunger cues - and for people in eating disorder recovery, that can feel confusing, unsettling, or even triggering.

If you’re finding yourself unsure how (or when) to eat because hunger just isn’t there, this is normal, and it happens to a lot of people. Appetite suppression doesn’t erase your body’s needs; it just changes how they show up.

There are reasons:
• Why hunger cues often go quiet on GLP-1s
• How to eat when appetite is low - without slipping into restriction
• A recovery-first framework for deciding whether these meds are right for you

And please, remember this --- what you need now is not judgment, but support and compassion … for yourself and with help if needed.

Read the full article here → https://ericaleon.com/2025/11/18/eat-when-not-hungry-glp-1-medications/

Appetite loss is common with GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy. Learn how to nourish your body and protect recovery even when you’re not hungry.

03/02/2026

Recovery from an eating disorder isn’t just about what you are eating; it’s about receiving compassionate, personalized guidance that supports healing without making you feel restricted or overwhelmed.

An eating disorder dietitian understands this. They will work with you to restore a balanced relationship with food, support your emotional well-being, and guide you to become the healthiest version of yourself without bias.

This type of guidance helps you rebuild trust in your body and food choices while helping you develop sustainable, healthy habits that align with your unique needs and recovery journey.